Indulge in a unique twist on a classic breakfast favorite with this recipe for Big Mac French Toast. Combining the savory flavors of a Big Mac with the comforting sweetness of French toast, this dish is sure to satisfy your cravings any time of day.
Ingredients:
- 4 slices of thick-cut bread (such as brioche or Texas toast)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup diced cooked ham or bacon
- 1/4 cup diced pickles
- 2 tablespoons diced onion
- 2 tablespoons diced tomato
- 2 tablespoons shredded lettuce
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or butter for frying
Directions:
- In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, combine the shredded cheddar cheese, diced ham or bacon, pickles, onion, and tomato. Mix well to combine.
- Lay out the bread slices and spread the mayonnaise on one side of each slice.
- Divide the cheese and ham mixture evenly among two slices of bread, spreading it on the mayo-covered side.
- Top each of the cheese and ham-covered slices with the remaining two slices of bread to form sandwiches.
- Heat the vegetable oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, ensuring that both sides are well coated.
- Place the coated sandwiches in the skillet and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Once cooked, remove the sandwiches from the skillet and allow them to cool for a minute.
- To serve, slice each sandwich diagonally and top with shredded lettuce. Mix the ketchup and mustard together and serve on the side for dipping.
Enjoy your indulgent Big Mac French Toast for a satisfying and flavorful meal!
